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Coal mining by G. H. Davis
Coal mine working and outcrop production: how coal, so vital to every form of war industry, can be won from opencast veins at shallow depths. Date: 1944
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1944 Cast Coal Davis Depths Effort Energy Fuel Mine Mining Outcrop Shallow Vein Veins Vital Opencast
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This evocative photograph by G.H. Davis captures the raw power and determination of coal mining during World War II. The image, titled "Coal mine working and outcrop production," showcases the extraction of coal from both open cast mines and shallow seams. Coal was a vital fuel source for every form of war industry during this period, powering the factories that produced weapons, vehicles, and other essential military equipment. The photograph offers a glimpse into the harsh realities of coal mining during this time. Miners are seen working tirelessly to extract coal from the earth, their faces covered in grime and sweat. In the background, the vast expanse of the open cast mine stretches out, its raw, scarred landscape a testament to the immense effort required to extract the valuable resource. Meanwhile, in the foreground, coal is being extracted from shallow depths using outcrop production methods. Here, miners work at the coal face, chiseling away at the seam to extract the coal. The image also reveals the intricate network of tunnels and shafts that crisscross the land, a complex web of human ingenuity and engineering that allowed Britain to meet its wartime energy demands. The photograph is a powerful reminder of the crucial role coal played in the British war effort during World War II. It also highlights the sacrifices and hard work of the miners who toiled in often dangerous conditions to ensure the country's military machine kept running. This historical image offers a unique insight into a bygone era and the vital role coal mining played in shaping the course of history.
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